Median Income
$41,696
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Goliad Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,551
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density988/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
C+
Median Income$41,696
Per Capita$24,799
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$355M
Commute25 min
Housing
A
Home Value$178,100
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,511
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation200 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+79.8%
School Score5.27
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries1
Is Goliad a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Goliad receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Goliad offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Goliad is $41,696, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Goliad is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Goliad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Goliad has a population of 1,551 with a density of 988 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%), with 7.4% Black.
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 73.5% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Spanish | 26.5% |
| 98% above US avg |
The median household income in Goliad is $41,696, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,696 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,799 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,614 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 164 |
| County GDP | $355M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,330 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Goliad is $178,100, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,511.
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,100 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,511 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $102 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 84.1% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $720 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,146 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,153 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,729 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,909 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,330 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.55% |
In Goliad, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Goliad vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,032/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Goliad vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Goliad has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 988/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6711°N, 97.3926°W |
| County FIPS | 48175 |